Following the rise of the far-right AfD party in Germany, newly elected Chancellor Friedrich Merz has cautioned the US against meddling in his country's political affairs. His statements come after the AfD received endorsements from notable US figures, including Trump ally Elon Musk. Merz stressed the importance of maintaining the separation of foreign influence and domestic politics, asserting that such involvement could undermine democracy. Additionally, he defended Germany's actions in designating the AfD as a right-wing extremist party, emphasizing the need to combat extremism based on historical lessons.
"Merz condemned recent absurd observations from the US, without specifying particular statements, and said he would like to encourage the American government to largely stay out of German domestic politics."
"It is independent courts that will have the final say. We have learnt from our history that rightwing extremism needs to be stopped."
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